Episode Highlights with Salt + Blue

The fear messaging around the sun and around sunscreen
Common misconceptions about sunscreen and when it isn’t actually beneficial and can be harmful
Harmful ingredients found in many sunscreens
Chemical vs mineral sunscreen and how these impact the body differently
Why our culture has become so afraid of the sun and how we got here
Questioning the sunscreen prevents skin cancer narrative and what the data actually says
Why many sunscreens on the market aren’t actually broad spectrum and don’t block the damaging parts of UVA
What does broad spectrum mean in sunscreen and why to look for this
Physical sunscreen like zinc are naturally broad spectrum
What does the term waterproof on sunscreen actually mean
The problems with petroleum in sunscreen
Why I don’t wear sunglasses almost ever!

Resources Mentioned

Hiya
Hiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.

LMNT
I talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Sunscreen: Myths, Misconceptions and What Studies Actually Say With Salt+Blue